Mohit Ulwa Names Cricket Icons After U19 Asia Cup Victory

New Delhi, November 15 (Daily Kiran) : In a thrilling final of the Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup held in Al Emirates, Mohit Ulwa emerged as a standout performer, leading India to a nail-biting victory against Pakistan. With an unbeaten score of 49 runs, Ulwa played a crucial role in chasing down a challenging target of 338 runs, securing the win for India by just one wicket.

After the match, the young cricketer expressed his admiration for two cricketing icons: Indian batting legend Virat Kohli and Australia’s star bowler Pat Cummins. “In batting, I really admire Virat Kohli. For bowling, I look up to Pat Cummins,” he told Star Sports.

Ulwa, who has been selected to represent Saurashtra in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, is now preparing for his next challenge. He shared his excitement about joining the senior team, stating, “I will be joining my senior team starting tomorrow. By God’s grace, I have been selected for the SMAT, and I want to make my debut as soon as possible. I aim to prove my worth and show that I belong there. The more years I play at that level, the easier it will be for me to compete in top-level cricket.”

India’s under-19 team faced a tough challenge, losing their eighth wicket at a score of 252 but ultimately succeeded in their pursuit of 338 runs. Alongside Ulwa, Manal Chauhan contributed significantly with a vital innings of 47 runs. Ulwa’s decisive boundary on the final ball sealed the match in India’s favor.

Reflecting on the pressure of high-stakes games, Ulwa admitted he thrives in challenging situations. “I enjoy playing under pressure. I prefer matches with great atmosphere and crowd excitement, where I feel challenged. I do not like dull games where victory comes too easily,” he remarked.

Expressing pride in his contribution to the national team, Ulwa said, “I did this for my country. For the first time, I felt like I achieved something for my nation. I’ve always heard about the sacrifices made by soldiers and doctors for our country, and now I understand that cricketers also contribute significantly. That day, I felt I could make a difference in this field. It wasn’t just my win; the entire country won. That feeling made me very proud.”